Production Associate

About the role

Under the leadership and guidance of the Production Supervisor, the Production Associate performs various production tasks in both Raw and RTE production of cookies, cakes, and pies.

Responsibilities

• Operates depositing equipment and troubleshoots small problems; contacts the Production Supervisor for larger issues.
• Monitors the quality of product being produced and notifies the Production Supervisor of any quality issues.
• Completes production paperwork as required, timely and accurately.
• Packs product into packaging according to company standards.
• Moves baking racks to different areas of the production floor according to different stages of production.
• Loads the baking racks with pans from top to bottom; unloads the baking pans to the packing line from bottom up.
• Loads the denester with clamshells.
• Palletizes completed cases onto a pallet according to pallet pattern for shipment.
• Follows compliance requirements of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines, and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.
• Demonstrates reliable attendance and preparedness for each shift in proper uniform.
• Trains other employees as requested by the supervisor.
• Maintains a clean work area throughout shift.
• Completes required monthly trainings as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Production Supervisor.

Requirements

• Self-motivated, with the ability to problem solve, stay detail-oriented, and remain on task.
• Ability to ensure Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Defense, and SQF Programs.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.
• Strong teamwork skills, working collaboratively with peers to achieve common goals and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
• Effective communication with the team and supervisors, both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally ascends or descends ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Occasionally moves self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Constantly remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Constantly moves about to accomplish tasks or moves from one worksite to another.
• Constantly adjusts or moves objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.
• Occasionally communicates with others to exchange information.
• Constantly repeats motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Constantly operates machinery and equipment.